Posts tagged Frederick
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Six big ideas to improve Metro and regional transit
WMATA has created a task force to identify sustainable funding solutions, which meets for the first time on June 10. However, the opportunities go beyond funding: our regional transit system needs big ideas about improving services, operations, finances, and governance. Improvements in each of these areas can help the others. Here are six approaches to consider. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: DC Council to vote on the budget today
DC Council to hold first vote on the budget today. MTA cuts commuter buses service, but not routes, amid budget constraints. Forest Glen, Wheaton train delays were caused by outdated signal tech from the 1970s. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA and MWCOG to work together on region’s transit future
MWCOG and WMATA launch collaboration on future of region’s transit. Washington region falling behind on goal of building 320,000 housing units. Alexandria now searching for the right project for Potomac Yard. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: MWCOG recommends $462 million increase in subsidies for WMATA
MWCOG releases report with WMATA funding recommendations. DC Council votes to restore eligibility for first-time homebuyer assistance to applicants who applied prior to new restrictions. Advocacy group gives Maryland transit a near-failing grade. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA releases details of dramatic service cuts due to budget shortfall
WMATA budget shortfall would mean 67 bus routes cut, 2,300 layoffs, 10 shuttered Metro stations, and more. Group of Virginia state lawmakers approve plan to lure Capitals and Wizards to Alexandria. Plan announced to rehab vacant houses in Baltimore. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Youngkin pushes federal workforce return to office to boost Metro ridership
Wiedefeld lays out impact of $3 billion transportation budget cuts in Maryland. Study: Telework policies are bad for transit but good for diversifying federal workforce. DC’s hotel shelter program for medically vulnerable will close this month. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Coalition of more than 100 organizations releases detailed climate plan for Maryland
Maryland advocates release detailed climate action plan covering several areas of concern. Greater Baltimore Council convenes summit on transportation and economic development. Alexandria provides an early look at 2024 complete streets projects. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Delays in replacing Southeast/Southwest Freeway signage continue
DDOT delays persist in replacing confusing Southeast/Southwest Freeway overhead signs. Shortage of new home construction contributes to rising prices. New Arlington County crosswalk ordinance will keep pedestrians safer. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: WMATA pursuing automated doors, but fully automated operation is delayed until next year
WMATA pursuing automated Metrorail doors, but automated operation is delayed until next year. Metrorail wayfinding sign experiment begins at L’Enfant Plaza. Maryland faces $2.1B funding shortfall for approved transportation projects. Keep reading…
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Breakfast links: Region’s fall foliage could be cramped by heat and drought
High temperatures and droughts could affect the DMV’s fall foliage. DC nears Mayor Bowser’s housing goal with 84% of units delivered by August 2023. Maryland Board of Public Works approves I-270/American Legion Bridge widening contracts. Keep reading…